Beijing 8-Day City Highlights Tour
- Durée 7 nights / 8 days
- Langue English
- Thème Culture
- Rythme Easy
- Taille du groupe Prix 4 pax
Résumé du voyage
Discover Beijing in depth on this 8-day city trip. From Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to a hike on the Great Wall at Gubeikou, the Summer Palace, Lama Temple, traditional hutongs, the 798 Art District and the Olympic Park, you experience China’s capital with a local German-speaking guide while staying in a comfortable city hotel.
Prestations prévues
Programme complet
Arrival in Beijing
Points of Interest : Beijing
Upon arrival at Beijing Airport, your tour guide welcomes you and accompanies you to your hotel in the city. After check-in, you have time to rest from the journey and get your first impressions of China’s capital at your own pace.
- Meals included : No meals included
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City
Points of Interest : Beijing
Today you explore Beijing on a guided city tour. You stroll across Tiananmen Square before entering the legendary Forbidden City, the former residence of China’s emperors. From Jingshan Park, also called Coal Hill, you enjoy a sweeping view over the golden roofs of the Imperial Palace. Afterwards you visit the Temple of Heaven, whose Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is one of Beijing’s most iconic landmarks.
- Meals included : Breakfast
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
Hike on the Great Wall of China at Gubeikou
Points of Interest : Beijing
You leave the city and drive about 125 kilometres to Gubeikou in Miyun County. Here you explore a historic section of the Great Wall largely built under Ming Dynasty general Xu Da. The wall winds for more than 20 kilometres over the ridges, offering impressive views of the surrounding mountains as you hike along its ancient stones.
- Meals included : Breakfast
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
Summer Palace and Panda Visit at the Zoo
Points of Interest : Beijing
In the morning you visit the Summer Palace, the Qing Dynasty’s former lakeside retreat for the hot season. You stroll through the vast palace grounds, along Kunming Lake and beneath the richly painted Long Corridor, absorbing the classical Chinese garden architecture. Afterwards you head to the city zoo, where you can watch China’s famous giant pandas at close range.
- Meals included : Breakfast
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
Lama Temple, Imperial Academy and Hutongs
Points of Interest : Beijing
This morning you visit the Lama Temple, the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple outside Tibet, founded during the Qing Dynasty. You then discover the historic Imperial Academy Guozijian, the highest educational institution of the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, where selected students from all over the country once received free tuition, food and lodging.
In the afternoon you continue to the Drum Tower, in an area where Beijing’s hutongs and traditional courtyard houses are particularly well preserved. You take a walk through the narrow lanes, learn about the history of the hutong neighbourhoods and visit a carefully curated hutong museum with detailed miniature models and exhibits illustrating everyday life in these alleyways.
- Meals included : Breakfast
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
798 Art District, Olympic Park and Beihai Park
Points of Interest : Beijing
In the morning you explore the trendy 798 Art District, a former factory complex that today houses galleries, design shops and cafés amid industrial architecture and contemporary art. In the afternoon you drive to the Olympic Park for a short photo stop at the striking National Stadium, known as the Bird’s Nest, and the adjacent swimming stadium. Afterwards you relax on a walk through Beihai Park, one of Beijing’s classical Chinese gardens, recognisable by its white pagodas and lakeside scenery.
- Meals included : Breakfast
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
Free Time in Beijing
Points of Interest : Peking
Your last full day in Beijing is free for your own plans. You can revisit favourite sights, discover modern shopping districts, sample regional cuisine or simply soak up the atmosphere of this fascinating blend of ancient and contemporary China.
- Meals included : No meals included
- Accommodation : Overnight at Dong Fang Hotel (Beijing)
Departure
Points of Interest : Beijing
Depending on your flight time, you are transferred to the airport for your journey home or onward travel. Your stay in Beijing comes to an end with many new impressions of China’s capital.
- Meals included : Breakfast
- Last day : Transfer to the airport for your return or onward flight
Beijing 8-Day City Highlights Tour
Participants
Date
Overall rating
Reisen mit Kindern5.02026-05-18Excellent planning of domestic flights and trains, and very good guides in Beijing and Xi'an. Perfect for families; we traveled with our three kids. Thanks to Neos Travel for making this experience seamless and enjoyable.
Susann5.02026-05-07Beijing offered the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, the Palace Museum, Coal Hill Park (Jingshan Park), the Temple of Heaven, and a private Tai Chi session. Xi’an featured the City Wall, Jade House, and the Terracotta Army. Lhasa welcomed the Potala Palace. The Yangtze River cruise showcased the Three Gorges and the dam. In Shanghai we visited the Shanghai Tower, Yu Garden, and Tongli, and in Hong Kong we rode up to Victoria Peak. With Neos Travel, these highlights were well arranged.
C. E5.02026-05-03The trip exceeded my expectations. I would recommend it to anyone interested in China. Neos Travel handled the arrangements smoothly, and the support from the local guides was flawless. I’d travel with Neos Travel again. A few notes for improvement: the pre-trip information could be clearer—visiting sights and especially the nature parks involve long walks, roughly 16–19 km for us. Breaks come mainly during transfers by train, plane, or taxi, so it’s wise to add a few extra days. The riverfront hotel we stayed at was perfect for a multi-day stay. The local guides impressed us with excellent language skills and great courtesy. We would have loved to chat more with them over meals, but that wasn’t possible; our invitations were politely declined each time. It’s also worth packing a small provisions kit for the nature hikes, as some on-site food stalls can be less suitable for European travellers. It’s good to know that communication isn’t a problem thanks to affordable eSIM cards; we could even WhatsApp. Getting started with Alipay and WeChat payments is a bit fiddly, but the guides were happy to help. The most adventurous moment is ordering taxis via the Alipay didi feature, since entering pickup and destination points can be clunky. All of this together made for a unique travel experience. Thank you.
Fantastische Reise, die zu unserem Top 5 Reisen insgesamt gehört5.02026-05-03We love booking our trips with Neos Travel and have never been disappointed. This trip to China surpassed all our expectations and was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It was very well organized. At every stop we were welcomed by an excellent German-speaking guide who accompanied us throughout our days there. The drivers were very friendly and the vehicles were incredibly clean and well maintained. Special praise goes to our Xi’an guide Wen; we had a wonderful time and Wen took such good care of us. Wen even arranged for us a night excursion to a lantern-lit spectacle that is unmatched anywhere in the world. Otherwise, all the guides were top-notch; no question went unanswered, and every guide offered restaurant tips and local specialties. The hotels were in great locations and generally clean and comfortable. Our last hotel in Beijing was a bit dated, but the staff went above and beyond to compensate with outstanding service. China is simply a fantastic travel destination. Even weeks after returning, we’re still amazed by the blend of a futuristic world and tradition. Each place we visited—Hong Kong, Guilin, Shanghai, Xi’an and Beijing—could be worth a trip on its own. There are so many incredible buildings to marvel at, the people are incredibly friendly and engaged, and the atmosphere is truly unique. We were especially impressed by the parks, beautifully lit in the evenings and nights and used by locals for relaxation. This is a mega trip we’d highly recommend adding to your top five.
Ophtho5.02026-04-21Every stop felt unique, each with its own charm, and it was great that a local guide was always there to introduce the city. The varied perspectives from these guides truly brought each place to life. We would gladly travel with Neos Travel again.
KURT5.02026-04-18The trip was perfectly organized; all transfers went smoothly, and the guides were competent and reliable. Our Neos Travel contact, Markus Bo, was always available for questions and could answer everything.
Le Suisse5.02026-04-12Very well organized, with excellent guides—our Xi'an guide Sofia was outstanding. A big thank you to Neos Travel for putting this trip together.
Wassermann5.02026-04-07Our travel group consisted of three friendly couples. Our destinations were Beijing, Xi’an, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai, Guilin, and Yangshuo / Longsheng. Highlights included the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, the tallest tower in China in Shanghai, a Li River cruise in Guilin, and the rice terraces of Longsheng. Hangzhou and Suzhou, with their parks and gardens, impressed us as well. Everything was organized superbly by Neos Travel.
Claudia M.5.02026-03-27This was our second trip booked through Neos Travel, and we were thrilled. Everything went smoothly; Markus's team was always reachable and planned a dream trip according to our wishes. The hotel accommodations were varied—some authentically local, some upscale—the mix worked perfectly. The guides and drivers were very nice; we had a lot of fun and learned plenty about the country and its people. It was a dream vacation, and my husband is still sifting through the countless photos. Thank you again to Markus and your team; it was also wonderful when, on my birthday, we were surprised with a cake in the rice terraces. An unforgettable day and vacation.
Tetyana5.02026-03-04Neos Travel designed a trip that could be personalized to my schedule. The guides were very competent, and it was possible to start later and stay longer to fit my daily rhythm. Markus provided excellent planning advice and was always reachable, offering several alternatives. I couldn't fault a thing—perfect—and I will plan my next Japan trip again with Neos Travel.
- Reisen mit Kindern5.02026-05-18
Excellent planning of domestic flights and trains, and very good guides in Beijing and Xi'an. Perfect for families; we traveled with our three kids. Thanks to Neos Travel for making this experience seamless and enjoyable.
- Susann5.02026-05-07
Beijing offered the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, the Palace Museum, Coal Hill Park (Jingshan Park), the Temple of Heaven, and a private Tai Chi session. Xi’an featured the City Wall, Jade House, and the Terracotta Army. Lhasa welcomed the Potala Palace. The Yangtze River cruise showcased the Three Gorges and the dam. In Shanghai we visited the Shanghai Tower, Yu Garden, and Tongli, and in Hong Kong we rode up to Victoria Peak. With Neos Travel, these highlights were well arranged.
- C. E5.02026-05-03
The trip exceeded my expectations. I would recommend it to anyone interested in China. Neos Travel handled the arrangements smoothly, and the support from the local guides was flawless. I’d travel with Neos Travel again. A few notes for improvement: the pre-trip information could be clearer—visiting sights and especially the nature parks involve long walks, roughly 16–19 km for us. Breaks come mainly during transfers by train, plane, or taxi, so it’s wise to add a few extra days. The riverfront hotel we stayed at was perfect for a multi-day stay. The local guides impressed us with excellent language skills and great courtesy. We would have loved to chat more with them over meals, but that wasn’t possible; our invitations were politely declined each time. It’s also worth packing a small provisions kit for the nature hikes, as some on-site food stalls can be less suitable for European travellers. It’s good to know that communication isn’t a problem thanks to affordable eSIM cards; we could even WhatsApp. Getting started with Alipay and WeChat payments is a bit fiddly, but the guides were happy to help. The most adventurous moment is ordering taxis via the Alipay didi feature, since entering pickup and destination points can be clunky. All of this together made for a unique travel experience. Thank you.
- Fantastische Reise, die zu unserem Top 5 Reisen insgesamt gehört5.02026-05-03
We love booking our trips with Neos Travel and have never been disappointed. This trip to China surpassed all our expectations and was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It was very well organized. At every stop we were welcomed by an excellent German-speaking guide who accompanied us throughout our days there. The drivers were very friendly and the vehicles were incredibly clean and well maintained. Special praise goes to our Xi’an guide Wen; we had a wonderful time and Wen took such good care of us. Wen even arranged for us a night excursion to a lantern-lit spectacle that is unmatched anywhere in the world. Otherwise, all the guides were top-notch; no question went unanswered, and every guide offered restaurant tips and local specialties. The hotels were in great locations and generally clean and comfortable. Our last hotel in Beijing was a bit dated, but the staff went above and beyond to compensate with outstanding service. China is simply a fantastic travel destination. Even weeks after returning, we’re still amazed by the blend of a futuristic world and tradition. Each place we visited—Hong Kong, Guilin, Shanghai, Xi’an and Beijing—could be worth a trip on its own. There are so many incredible buildings to marvel at, the people are incredibly friendly and engaged, and the atmosphere is truly unique. We were especially impressed by the parks, beautifully lit in the evenings and nights and used by locals for relaxation. This is a mega trip we’d highly recommend adding to your top five.
- Ophtho5.02026-04-21
Every stop felt unique, each with its own charm, and it was great that a local guide was always there to introduce the city. The varied perspectives from these guides truly brought each place to life. We would gladly travel with Neos Travel again.
- KURT5.02026-04-18
The trip was perfectly organized; all transfers went smoothly, and the guides were competent and reliable. Our Neos Travel contact, Markus Bo, was always available for questions and could answer everything.
- Le Suisse5.02026-04-12
Very well organized, with excellent guides—our Xi'an guide Sofia was outstanding. A big thank you to Neos Travel for putting this trip together.
- Wassermann5.02026-04-07
Our travel group consisted of three friendly couples. Our destinations were Beijing, Xi’an, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai, Guilin, and Yangshuo / Longsheng. Highlights included the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, the tallest tower in China in Shanghai, a Li River cruise in Guilin, and the rice terraces of Longsheng. Hangzhou and Suzhou, with their parks and gardens, impressed us as well. Everything was organized superbly by Neos Travel.
- Claudia M.5.02026-03-27
This was our second trip booked through Neos Travel, and we were thrilled. Everything went smoothly; Markus's team was always reachable and planned a dream trip according to our wishes. The hotel accommodations were varied—some authentically local, some upscale—the mix worked perfectly. The guides and drivers were very nice; we had a lot of fun and learned plenty about the country and its people. It was a dream vacation, and my husband is still sifting through the countless photos. Thank you again to Markus and your team; it was also wonderful when, on my birthday, we were surprised with a cake in the rice terraces. An unforgettable day and vacation.
- Tetyana5.02026-03-04
Neos Travel designed a trip that could be personalized to my schedule. The guides were very competent, and it was possible to start later and stay longer to fit my daily rhythm. Markus provided excellent planning advice and was always reachable, offering several alternatives. I couldn't fault a thing—perfect—and I will plan my next Japan trip again with Neos Travel.
What is included in the price
- Airport–hotel–airport transfers
- 7 nights in selected hotels (local category) with breakfast
- Meals as indicated in the program
- All transfers mentioned in the program in air-conditioned, local tour buses
- All visits and sightseeing mentioned in the program including entrance fees
- Local German-speaking tour guide
- Value-added tax
- International flights
- Visa
- Tips
- Personal expenses